Correlation between CD4 T-lymphocyte counts and induration sizes of tuberculine skin test in HIV-1 seropositive nursing home residents

O. C. Arghir, R. F. Matusa (Constantza, Romania)

Source: Annual Congress 2005 - Genetics and immunobiology of tuberculosis
Session: Genetics and immunobiology of tuberculosis
Session type: Oral Presentation
Number: 275
Disease area: Paediatric lung diseases, Respiratory infections

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